Wilcox, Missouri facts for kids

Wilcox is a small, quiet place located in the western part of Nodaway County, in the state of Missouri, USA. It is known as an "unincorporated community," which means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. It's also a "Census designated place," meaning the government counts the people living there for official records, even without a city hall.

Where is Wilcox Located?

Wilcox is easy to find on US Route 71, a main road. It's about six miles northwest of a larger town called Maryville. If you travel southeast from Burlington Junction, you'll also reach Wilcox in about six miles.

The Story of Wilcox: Its History

Wilcox was officially started in 1879. It was named after a person named B. S. Wilcox, who was one of the very first people to settle in the area. A year later, in 1880, a post office was opened in Wilcox. This post office helped people send and receive letters and packages for many years. It stayed open and served the community until 1954.